Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Sep 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,469 per quintal in Kesamudram APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Kesamudram APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,561
- Lowest Price Today₹2,351
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,469
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Maize about 3.5% above the period average, and just 6.4% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 DADRI APMC Leader | ₹8,742 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 7 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 9 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,820 |
| 10 Kustagi APMC | ₹2,713 |
| 11 Harihara APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Villupuram APMC | ₹2,694 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹6,048 (224.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Kesamudram APMC ranged between ₹1,659 and ₹2,639, with the average around ₹2,386. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Sep | ₹2,561 | ₹2,351 | ₹2,469 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,459 | ₹2,289 | ₹2,359 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,539 | ₹2,539 | ₹2,539 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,359 | ₹1,811 | ₹2,259 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,259 | ₹1,919 | ₹2,259 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,568 | ₹2,281 | ₹2,568 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,536 | ₹2,534 | ₹2,536 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,403 | ₹2,333 | ₹2,403 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,389 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,359 | ₹2,359 | ₹2,359 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,401 | ₹1,659 | ₹2,359 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,479 | ₹2,479 | ₹2,479 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,404 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,370 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,404 | ₹2,303 | ₹2,404 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,429 | ₹2,059 | ₹2,389 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,502 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,489 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,209 | ₹2,209 | ₹2,209 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,519 | ₹2,311 | ₹2,457 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,433 | ₹2,259 | ₹2,431 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,474 | ₹2,474 | ₹2,474 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
If you're chasing the best rate for Maize today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kesamudram APMC reported Maize at this level on 21 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.